1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 554 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
